1966 Map of Van Nuys

About this map

Van Nuys and its surrounding communities are shown during a period of rapid suburban densification in the mid-1960s, with later updates tracking the expansion of residential tracts. The landscape is dominated by the massive Sepulveda Dam Recreational Area, which manages the confluence of Bull Creek, Haskell Creek, and the Los Angeles River. This era of development is defined by the intersection of the San Diego Freeway and the Ventura Freeway, creating a hub for neighborhoods like Sherman Oaks and Sepulveda.